1976 Holden Torana vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 17 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
