1974 Holden Torana vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
