1974 Holden Torana vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 30 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Torana | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |