1972 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 171 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.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Torana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
