1965 Holden EH vs. 2003 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 985 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 2003 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2003 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | EH | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3280 mm |
