1986 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
