1965 Holden EH vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 666 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 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | EH | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
