1967 Holden HR vs. 2003 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 36 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, 2003 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 195 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, 2003 Saab 05-Sep, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2003 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | HR | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
