1970 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 39 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 894 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Torana | Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
