1965 Holden EH vs. 1982 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 17 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) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. 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, 1982 Honda Ballade, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Ballade 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 | 1982 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EH | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
