1975 Holden Torana vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Torana | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
