2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Cruze | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Cruze | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |