1976 Holden Torana vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 183 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.
Because 1976 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Torana | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
