1950 Holden FX vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 344 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Holden FX | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FX | Cressida |
Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |