1970 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
