1970 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic 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.
Because 1970 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1158 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
