1964 Holden EH vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EH weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | EH | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2512 mm |
