1971 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 768 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
