2003 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 467 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona. 1983 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2003 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2003 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Monaro | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
