1967 Holden HR vs. 1984 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1984 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 17 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) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Pulsar. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 1984 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HR | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
