1963 Holden EJ vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ.
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 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | EJ | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
