1974 Holden Torana vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
