1975 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 30 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 615 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2005 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | UTE |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
