1982 Buick Electra vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1971 Holden Torana | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Torana |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |