1970 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1596 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3670 mm |
