1964 Holden EH vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 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, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Holden EH is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | EH | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2928 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
