1972 Holden Torana vs. 1978 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1978 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 162 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, 1978 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1978 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
