1974 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 31 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 654 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Torana | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
