2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Cruze | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
