1966 Holden HD vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 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), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 937 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden HD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | HD | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2893 mm |
