1964 Holden EJ vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 478 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 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EJ | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
