1967 Holden HR vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 31 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 211 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | HR | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
