1971 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, both 1971 Holden Torana and 1971 Volkswagen K 70 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Torana | K 70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |