1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Holden Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 1980 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. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Toronado | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
