2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 45 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 2,929 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1964 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Canyon | EH |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
