2012 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 653 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 1976 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Accord Crosstour | Torana |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1763 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2590 mm |