1975 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Drover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
