1978 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1978 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Escort | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Torana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
