1971 Holden Torana vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torana | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
