1972 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 39 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 660 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 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
