1966 Holden EH vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 24 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1966 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 1966 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercury Tracer has manual transmission. 1990 Mercury Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | EH | Tracer |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |