1971 Holden Torana vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |