1964 Holden EH vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 34 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 347 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 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EH | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
