1976 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1575 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 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | Titan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3550 mm |
