1964 Holden EJ vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 880 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 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, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | EJ | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
