1968 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 31 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Berlina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |