1966 Holden EH vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 515 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 Renault Safrane, 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 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | EH | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
