1976 Holden Torana vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 755 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
