1963 Holden EJ vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 26 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 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 166 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EJ | 190 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
