1966 Checker Town vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Checker | Holden |
| Model | Town | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2950 mm |
