1972 Holden Torana vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 475 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
