1963 Holden EJ vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 102 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, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | EJ | Prelude |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |