2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 35 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
