1974 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 23 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 80 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Torana | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
