1972 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | RX 4 Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
