1974 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 330 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
