1974 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 22 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 445 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, 1974 Holden Torana (228 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
