1958 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Holden Nova
To start off, 1989 Holden Nova is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Nova (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Nova weights approximately 203 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Nova, 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, 1989 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 1989 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 1989 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Nova |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2440 mm |