1964 Holden EJ vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 21 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 41 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.
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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | EJ | Excel |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
