1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Toronado | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
