1976 Holden Torana vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 675 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Torana | 928 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |