1979 Buick Century vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 13 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Century | HD |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |