2003 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 426 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Camira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
