1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 537 kg more than 1965 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | EH |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
