1971 Holden Torana vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 23 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 620 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Torana | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
