1967 Holden HR vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 40 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 319 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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | HR | V70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
