1972 Holden Statesman vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Statesman weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Statesman | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Statesman | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
