1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 1 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 641 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
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 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Gran Torino | Torana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
