1965 Holden EH vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 29 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, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6.
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, 1994 Xedos 6, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | EH | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
