1971 Holden Torana vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 80 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, 1978 Honda Prelude, 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
