1976 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Torana | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |