1974 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |