1972 Holden Torana vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 946 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Torana | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
