1992 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 625 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2002 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
