1966 Holden HD vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 42 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 90 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Holden | Saturn |
| Model | HD | Sky |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
