1976 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 909 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 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Torana | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
