1966 Holden EH vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 44 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 743 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 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | EH | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2837 mm |
