2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
