1976 Holden Torana vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1981 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 5 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 (2 cylinders), 1981 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (120 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 295 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, 1981 Mazda Cosmo (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
