1967 Holden HR vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 35 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | HR | Omega |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |