1966 Holden HD vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | HD | Volare |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
