1963 Holden EJ vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 44 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 776 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 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EJ | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
