1963 Holden EJ vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1994 Infiniti J30 is newer by 31 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 466 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 1963 Holden EJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Holden EJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | EJ | J30 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
