1966 Holden EH vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 38 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 873 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | EH | Discovery |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |