1999 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 25 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 80 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Venturi Atlantique | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Venturi | Holden |
| Model | Atlantique | Torana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
