1965 Holden EH vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 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 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 Holden EH.
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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 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 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EH | MR2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |