1976 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 670 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Torana | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
