1974 Holden Torana vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 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 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 133 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 1977 Nissan Skyline 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. 1977 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
