1972 Holden Torana vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 380 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Torana | Carlton |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |