1972 Holden Torana vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3270 mm |
