1970 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 37 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 305 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
