1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | Torana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
