1992 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze. 2003 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Accord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
