1975 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 37 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1300 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 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Sienna |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |