1964 Holden EH vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 37 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 485 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, 2001 Honda Legend, 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EH | 2001 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | EH | Legend |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2929 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |