1965 Holden EH vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 44 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 62 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | EH | Routan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3080 mm |
