1975 Holden Torana vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 351 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, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1995 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Torana | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
