1972 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 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, 1980 Honda Accord, 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Torana | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |