1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 38 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
Because 1974 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2012 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Torana | Carens |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
