1965 Holden EH vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 15 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | EH | Century |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
