1970 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 574 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 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
