1974 Buick GS vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 604 kg more than 1970 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1970 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | GS | Torana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
