1975 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Torana weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1975 Holden Torana (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1982 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Torana | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
