2000 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 486 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | FC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
