1963 Holden EJ vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 3,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 736 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden EJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | EJ | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3431 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |