1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Holden EH
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 963 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.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Holden EH | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Suburban | EH |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2680 mm |