1966 Holden HD vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 360 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 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | HD | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
