1975 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Torana | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
