1974 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 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 124 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 102 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
