1972 Holden Torana vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1973 Rover 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover 2000 weights approximately 365 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Torana | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
