1976 Holden Torana vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1463 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Torana | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3645 mm |
