1966 Holden HD vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 28 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 590 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 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden HD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | HD | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
