1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 20 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (116 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 35 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Commodore 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:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1966 Holden EH | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | EH |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
