1971 Holden Torana vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 10 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 805 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Torana | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |