2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 255 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 1993 Toyota Carina. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Holden Cruze | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Cruze | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |