1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 835 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Statesman | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
