2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1976 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Peugeot 504. 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, 1976 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1976 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Cruze | 504 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
