1971 Holden Torana vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 395 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.
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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Torana | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
