1972 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Lada 1200
To start off, 1980 Lada 1200 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 1200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1980 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Torana | 1200 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |