1974 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1686 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
