2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Cruze weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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 1977 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
