1974 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 22 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 260 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, 1974 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Torana | Stagea |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |