1965 Holden EH vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | EH | Cherry |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |