2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | RAV4 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
