1972 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1972 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
