1972 Holden Torana vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (127 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 61 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 Triumph Dolomite (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Torana | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
