1979 Holden GTS vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 13 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 290 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.
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 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1979 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | GTS | EH |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
