1971 Holden Torana vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 38 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Torana | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |