1974 Holden Torana vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 17 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 71 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
