1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Pontiac | Holden |
Model | 6000 | Cruze |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |