1971 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 575 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2004 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
