2001 GMC Envoy vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy is newer by 36 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 825 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 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | EH |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
