1975 Holden Torana vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 584 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Torana | Berlina |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |