1974 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1974 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
