1975 Holden Torana vs. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 795 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, 1991 Lincoln Mark VII (347 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1991 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Torana | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
