1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1973 Holden Monaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 514 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Monaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |