1986 Holden Drover vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 556 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2012 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Drover | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2619 mm |
