1966 Holden HD vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 354 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | HD | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
