1996 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 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 1976 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 1976 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Torana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
