2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 30 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Vamos | Torana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
