1972 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 560 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 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
