1979 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Holden EH.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1965 Holden EH | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | EH |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |