1976 Holden Torana vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 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 2,391 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 492 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (203 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Torana | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
