1976 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1160 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 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |