1971 Holden Torana vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1972 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |