1966 Holden EH vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EH | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
