1966 Holden HD vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 30 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 426 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden HD | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | HD | Stagea |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |