1965 Holden EH vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 36 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | EH | Villager |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |