1975 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 675 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Hilux |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |