1963 Holden EJ vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 156 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | EJ | 240 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
