1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 22 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 410 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Thunderbird | HD |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
