1974 Holden Torana vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |