1965 Holden EH vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 208 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.
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, 2009 Jeep Commander (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | EH | Commander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
