1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 474 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Torana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
