1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 10 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 820 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | HD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
