1963 Holden EJ vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1651 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 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden EJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | EJ | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3075 mm |
