1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Monte Carlo | HR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
