1965 Holden EH vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 44 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EH | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
