1972 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Drover weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 1986 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Drover |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |