1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 11 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 567 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | 1700 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
