1972 Holden Torana vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1200 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 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
