1968 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Holden Torana

To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 6 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 355 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, 1974 Holden Torana (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Ford Escort 1974 Holden Torana
Make Ford Holden
Model Escort Torana
Year Released 1968 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 264 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1185 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2590 mm


 

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