1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Carina | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Carina | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
