1977 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 10 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, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 100 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:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | HR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
