1974 Holden Torana vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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 131 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
