1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 853 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 1974 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |
