1971 Holden Torana vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 749 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 130 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 827 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotec |
| Model | Torana | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
