1971 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 41 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 666 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 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, 2012 Toyota Venza, 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Venza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
