2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2003 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Cruze | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
