1974 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Torana | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |