1965 Holden EH vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 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 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 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 171 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Holden EH | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | EH | 2105 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |