1972 Holden Torana vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 445 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1994 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
