1965 Holden EH vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
