1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 869 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 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
