1965 Holden EH vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | EH | Milan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
