1975 Holden Torana vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 27 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 145 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Torana | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |