1978 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Cruze weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
