1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1978 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Pontiac Firebird | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | Firebird | Torana |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |