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 |