1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 43 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Brougham | Antara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
