1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 18 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 61 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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Torana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
