1972 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 219 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3240 mm |