1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Typhoon | EH |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
