1994 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore.
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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Commodore | Viscount |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |