1964 Holden EH vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 10 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 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | EH | Torana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
