1965 Holden EH vs. 1992 Honda NSX
To start off, 1992 Honda NSX is newer by 27 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda NSX weights approximately 185 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, 1992 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1992 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | EH | NSX |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |