1965 Holden EH vs. 1997 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 125 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, 1997 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1997 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
