1975 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 30 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 640 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
