1979 Buick Regal vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 295 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Regal | HD |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |