1974 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
