1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 469 kg more than 1975 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Torana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
