1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 22 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 525 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Daewoo | Holden |
Model | Chairman | Torana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |