1963 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 48 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | EJ | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
