2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 31 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 640 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 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
