1976 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Torana | Defender |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
