2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 275 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 1977 Renault 20. 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, 1977 Renault 20 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Cruze | 20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
