1951 Holden FX vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 715 kg more than 1951 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Holden FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX. 2004 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1951 Holden FX has manual transmission. 1951 Holden FX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Holden FX | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
