2009 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Pickup would be higher. At 3,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup (200 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Pickup (407 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze. (142 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cruze | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cruze | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
