1965 Holden EH vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.

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 @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2006 Mazda Tribute
Make Holden Mazda
Model EH Tribute
Year Released 1965 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 100 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 238 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2630 mm