1971 Holden Torana vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 18 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 404 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Torana | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
