1971 Holden Torana vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 526 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Torana | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |