1976 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Camira weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1987 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Camira |
Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |