1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 234 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Pacer | EJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
