1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
