1986 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 550 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 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
