2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 415 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Cruze | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
