1974 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 11 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 58 more horse power than 1985 Lotus Excel. (181 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1985 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 39 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Torana | Excel |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
