1974 Holden Torana vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Torana | 121 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |