2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Holden HR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | HR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
