1976 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
