1974 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1976 Porsche 930 is newer by 2 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Torana | 930 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |