2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1988 Mazda 929
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 929 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 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 1988 Mazda 929. 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, 1988 Mazda 929 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1988 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Cruze | 929 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
