1974 Holden Torana vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Torana | Victor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
