1966 Holden EH vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | EH | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
