1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 584 kg more than 1975 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1975 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1975 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Torana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2590 mm |
