1976 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Torana | Patrol |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |