1964 Holden EJ vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden EJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden EJ | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | EJ | Toronado |
Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |