1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | EH |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
