1976 Holden Torana vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 19 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 185 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, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Holden | Venturi |
| Model | Torana | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
