1966 Holden HD vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HD | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
