2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cruze | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
