1974 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1106 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
