2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 42 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 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 23 kg more than 1967 Holden HR.
Because 1967 Holden HR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1967 Holden HR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Nubira | HR |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3048 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |