1974 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 32 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Torana | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
