1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Brougham | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Brougham | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |