1970 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery 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 Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Torana | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
