1972 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2005 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 33 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 939 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, 2005 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |