2011 Dodge Durango vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1047 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Torana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2157 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1801 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2590 mm |
