2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | EH |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
