1974 Holden Torana vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 16 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, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 360 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Torana | Senator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
