1963 Holden EJ vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 610 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | EJ | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2789 mm |
