2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Titan | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
