1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 692 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.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Torana |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |