1975 Holden Torana vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 258 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Torana | Valiant |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |