1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1220 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 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Torana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 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 |
