2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Cruze | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
