1976 Holden Torana vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
