1966 Holden HD vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1025 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | HD | Durango |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3043 mm |
