1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 295 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Camaro | HR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
