1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 608 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 1971 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Torana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
