1972 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Torana | S2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |