1974 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1985 Venturi Coupe 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 85 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, 1985 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1985 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Torana | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
