1964 Holden EH vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 48 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1964 Holden EH.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EH | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | EH | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2748 mm |
