1971 Holden Torana vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 23 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 210 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 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
