1967 Holden HR vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 41 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | HR | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
