1965 Holden EH vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 25 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 315 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.
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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | EH | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |