1972 Holden Torana vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1042 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Torana | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
