2010 Holden Cruze vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Cruze (138 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Cruze. (148 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Cruze. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2010 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2010 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Holden Cruze | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1477 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2670 mm |
