1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1986 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Drover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
