1970 Holden Torana vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
