1963 Holden EJ vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 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 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 366 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | EJ | 960 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
