1975 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 285 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Torana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
