1965 Holden EH vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 18 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, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 189 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | EH | Senator |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
