1970 Holden Torana vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 638 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Holden Torana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Torana | Escape |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2619 mm |
