2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1671 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden EH. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | EH |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
