1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Brougham | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |