1975 Holden Torana vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Torana | A 109 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |