2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 31 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 643 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
