1974 Holden Monaro vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Monaro | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | Torana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
