1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2001 Holden Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 587 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
