1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Holden HR

To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 560 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Caprice 1967 Holden HR
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Caprice HR
Year Released 1994 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 3048 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2700 mm


 

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