1970 Holden Torana vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 32 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 2002 Peugeot 307, 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Torana | 307 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
