1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 356 kg more than 1972 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | Torana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
