1974 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Torana | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2852 mm |
