1970 Holden Torana vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Holden Torana 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Holden Toyota
Model Torana Corolla
Year Released 1970 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2410 mm


 

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