1972 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1976 Audi 80 is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 80 weights approximately 57 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.
Because 1972 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Torana | 80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
