1966 Holden HD vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 12 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 230 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | HD | Century |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
