1976 Holden Torana vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 29 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1489 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
