1965 Holden EH vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | EH | Continental |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |