1967 Holden HR vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | HR | Accord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
