1970 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Torana | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Torana | Defender |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |