2000 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
