1975 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, both 1975 Holden Torana and 1975 Saab 99 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99, 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, 1975 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Torana | 99 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
