1990 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
Because 1972 Holden Torana 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 1972 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Torana |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
