1996 Honda Today vs. 1972 Holden Torana

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 24 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1972 Holden Torana
Make Honda Holden
Model Today Torana
Year Released 1996 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1610 mm


 

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