1966 Holden EH vs. 1981 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1981 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 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 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 Holden EH. 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1981 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | EH | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 5041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
