1974 Holden Torana vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |