1972 Holden Torana vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 31 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 225 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
