1966 Holden EH vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1966 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 1966 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | EH | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2512 mm |
