1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Dodge Dart | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Dart | Torana |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |