1966 Holden HD vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 48 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HD | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
