1976 Holden Torana vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 1976 Holden Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Torana | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
