1974 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Holden | Marcos |
Model | Torana | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |