1993 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 19 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Acura NSX | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Torana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 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 |
