2002 Holden Cruze vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Cruze weights approximately 211 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1964 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Cruze | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |
