1974 Holden Torana vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 455 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Torana | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
