1975 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 700 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Commodore |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |