1986 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 622 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 2002 Holden Berlina 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 2002 Holden Berlina. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (138 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
