1974 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 771 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 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2868 mm |
