2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (102 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 130 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 1975 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1975 Mazda Cosmo (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Cruze | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
