1971 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 36 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1267 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
