1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham 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 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Brougham | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
