2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 29 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Astro | Torana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
