1978 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | Torana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
