1965 Holden EH vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 65 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EH | Avensis |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |