1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 1977 GMC Suburban 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. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Torana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
