1971 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | 626 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
