1972 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 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), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1001 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
