2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Cruze weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Cruze | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
