2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 385 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Cruze | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
