1965 Holden EH vs. 1986 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1986 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 21 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, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Holden EH is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Plymouth Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Horizon. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1986 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | EH | Horizon |
Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |