1965 Holden EH vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 33 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 1 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Holden EH.
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, 1998 Opel Signum, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Signum 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 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | EH | Signum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
