1967 Holden HR vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | HR | 66 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
