1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 499 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3250 mm |
