1974 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 220 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
