1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Holden |
| Model | Interlagos | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2950 mm |
