1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 432 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Holden HR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Caprice | HR |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |