1966 Holden EH vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 830 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Holden EH 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Holden Oldsmobile
Model EH Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1966 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2950 mm


 

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