1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 9 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 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler Centura has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler Centura 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:
1976 Chrysler Centura | 1967 Holden HR | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Centura | HR |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |