1982 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1982 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 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, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Commodore | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Torana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
