2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Torana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
