1963 Holden EJ vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 886 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | EJ | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
