1974 Holden Torana vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 28 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Torana | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
