1963 Holden EJ vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 35 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, 1963 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 344 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden EJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EJ | Life |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
