1965 Holden EH vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH.
Because 1965 Holden EH is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | EH | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
