1971 Holden Torana vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 602 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |