2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
