1970 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, both 1970 Holden Torana and 1970 Renault 8 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Torana | 8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
