1970 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Torana | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
