2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 43 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | HD |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
