100 series or 76 series pros and cons

[Tucker]

Hi people's after a accident (not my fault) my for 2009 sr5 Hilux vs truck (6months old)I'm looking at getting a a new rig I'm looking at a 100 series 4.2td or a 76 series 2011
The 100 has comfort lots of room for the kids (car seats) but 8-10 years older compared to the 76 seams a bit tight in the back for the kids plus leg room, ride no mod cons ie cruise control
But it's a v8 turbo diesel and they look tuff as hell and 8-10 years newer so I'm just after some pros and cons to help me make my mind up
Cheers

 

[crackacoldie]

76 is uncomfortable and not very fuel efficient, revs its guts out at 100. Pros it is live axle, has a bucket load of torque, enough to pull the titanic onto dry dock from where it lays.

100, exceptionally comfortable, better ride quality, better fuel economy, quieter to drive, cheaper to get parts for, cheaper insurance and rego. Cons, have a weak front diff and the earlier IFS was prone to
cracking when lifted.

My choice would be the 100.

 

[Tucker]

76 is uncomfortable and not very fuel efficient, revs its guts out at 100. Pros it is live axle, has a bucket load of torque, enough to pull the titanic onto dry dock from where it lays.

100, exceptionally comfortable, better ride quality, better fuel economy, quieter to drive, cheaper to get parts for, cheaper insurance and rego. Cons, have a weak front diff and the earlier IFS was prone to
cracking when lifted.

My choice would be the 100.

The ride and comfort quality is a big one for the family but all I can think is the v8 full noise up the bush hunting might make the harsh ride, noise and bad fuel economy disappear

 

[crackacoldie]

The ride and comfort quality is a big one for the family but all I can think is the v8 full noise up the bush hunting might make the harsh ride, noise and bad fuel economy disappear

With a good chip and exhaust the 100's sound pretty good, nothing will match the note of the V8 though. Another positive of the 76 is you will make your chiropractor rich

 

[Tucker]

With a good chip and exhaust the 100's sound pretty good, nothing will match the note of the V8 though. Another positive of the 76 is you will make your chiropractor rich

How is making my chiropractor rich a positive

 

[crackacoldie]

It's a positive for him

 

[Tucker]

What about me

 

[crackacoldie]

What about me

Oh that'd be a negative then

 

[peterg]

Agree the 76 are uncomfortable and if you're tall the driving position is woeful after 5 seconds.

 

[Bluey]

Are you in vic if so come look at my kakadu 2004 offer right cash it could be yours thinking of selling it but not sure its very good

 

[Tucker]

Agree the 76 are uncomfortable and if you're tall the driving position is woeful after 5 seconds.

I'm 6'4 so need all the leg room I can get

 

[Tucker]

Are you in vic if so come look at my kakadu 2004 offer right cash it could be yours thinking of selling it but not sure its very good

Hey mate I'm in Geelong where in Vic are you could you please give my some info about your please as having a new van never even slept in it and no rig to Tow it

 

[Smergen]

Are you in vic if so come look at my kakadu 2004 offer right cash it could be yours thinking of selling it but not sure its very good

What the?? You've just spent all this coin setting it up?? Just going to make do with the Prado mate?

 

[jawk]

100 series V8 (petrol).
Comfort and the right kinda noise...

The 76 is a great looker, has a great feel to it (I like the old skool feel). But, the comfort might start eating at the grin on your face when driving...

 

[Bluey]

What the?? You've just spent all this coin setting it up?? Just going to make do with the Prado mate?

Dont want to hijack this thread but everything is for sale for right price

 

[Bluey]

Hey mate I'm in Geelong where in Vic are you could you please give my some info about your please as having a new van never even slept in it and no rig to Tow it

Im in altona not far pm me if you like can help you with anything

 

[Tucker]

Im in altona not far pm me if you like can help you with anything

Messaged you mate

 

[Tucker]

Got the phone call from the assessor today the Hilux is a complete write off bent and torn chassis
Now just wait for my money and buy a new rig

 

[Bellbirdweb]

I've had my 100 series TD IFS auto since new (2002) and have been using it for everything from hard core 4x4, outback touring, city driving, towing a horse float and more recently as the Expanda tug.

It has a 50mm lift and a DPChip.

Since chipping it pulls the 21.64-1 with ease (3 tonnes). Uses 23l/100 towing and has been a fantastic vehicle.

I'm looking at upgrading to a 200 series in another 12 months or so, but would certainly recommend the 100

 

[Tucker]

I've had my 100 series TD IFS auto since new (2002) and have been using it for everything from hard core 4x4, outback touring, city driving, towing a horse float and more recently as the Expanda tug.

It has a 50mm lift and a DPChip.

Since chipping it pulls the 21.64-1 with ease (3 tonnes). Uses 23l/100 towing and has been a fantastic vehicle.

I'm looking at upgrading to a 200 series in another 12 months or so, but would certainly recommend the 100

Great to hear trying to tell the missis about the 100 series but all she can hear is $30000+ for a 10-13 year old car