1970 Ford Corsair vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Corsair | Torana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
