1964 Holden EJ vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden EJ weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | EJ | Carina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
