1967 Holden HR vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 95 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 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | HR | Forester |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
