1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Toronado | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7444 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2685 mm |
