1974 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1292 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 2011 Ford Expedition 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. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3023 mm |
