1975 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Torana weights approximately 103 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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1970 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Torana |
Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |