1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
