1966 Holden HD vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 435 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | HD | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
