1963 Holden EJ vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 689 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 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | EJ | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2857 mm |
