1964 Holden EJ vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1968 Mazda 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EJ (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | EJ | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
