1965 Holden EH vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 927 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 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, 2013 GMC Acadia, 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | EH | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
