1971 Holden Torana vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Presea is newer by 27 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Presea |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
