1975 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 105 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Torana | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
