2005 Ford Escape vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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 1964 Holden FB Special. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
