1976 Holden Torana vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 996 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.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Torana | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
