1967 Holden HR vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Holden HR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
