1975 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 21 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 254 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, 1996 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | NSX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
