2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 43 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 416 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rainier | 1963 Holden EJ | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rainier | EJ |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |