1964 Holden EJ vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 540 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 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden EJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | EJ | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
