1963 Holden EJ vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 121 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EJ | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
