1966 Holden EH vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 363 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EH | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
