1976 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 800 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | Torana | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
