1966 Holden HD vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 22 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HD | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
