1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 24 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 386 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Daewoo | Holden |
Model | Chairman | Torana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |