1966 Holden EH vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 43 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Kia Sedona, 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | EH | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
