1976 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | Hilux |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |