1972 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 625 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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
