2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 28 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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 (264 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Vamos | Torana |
Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 264 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |