1972 Holden Torana vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Torana | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
