1964 Holden EJ vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 530 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | EJ | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
