1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Monaro | Escape |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |