2000 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |