1966 Holden HD vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden HD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | HD | 88 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
