1995 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 93 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1965 Holden EH 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 1965 Holden EH. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | EH |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
