1968 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 37 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 629 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2005 Holden UTE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | UTE |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |