2005 Ford Escape vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | FE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 124 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
