1966 Holden HD vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 27 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 42 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.
Because 1966 Holden HD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Holden HD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | HD | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
