2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Torana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
