1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Cutlass | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
