1975 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1159 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
