1992 Acura NSX vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 254 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana. 1975 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1992 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Torana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
