1970 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 276 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torana | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
