1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
