1964 Holden EH vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 1977 Lada 1200 is newer by 13 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 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Lada 1200. 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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1977 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1977 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | EH | 1200 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2929 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |