1976 Holden Torana vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 23 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus M250 weights approximately 95 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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Torana | M250 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |