1975 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 939 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Torana | Defender |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |