1966 Holden EH vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 32 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | EH | Verada |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |