1996 Honda Today vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 400 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 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1974 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. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Today | Torana |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |