1968 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 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 139 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
