1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Holden Cruze is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Cruze (148 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1979 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2010 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (263 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |
