1964 Holden EJ vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EJ | Element |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
