1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 795 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Torana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
