1972 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 470 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 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Torana | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
