1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Biscayne | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3060 mm |
