2005 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Holden Commodore 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 1990 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
