1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2006 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Renault Scenic is newer by 37 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Renault Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Scenic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
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, 2006 Renault Scenic, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2006 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Brougham | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
