1975 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 34 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 587 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 1975 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Versa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
