1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Holden EJ
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | EJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
