1974 Holden Torana vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 207 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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 Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Torana | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
