1972 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 72 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.
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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Torana | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Torana | 818 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |