2006 Ford Escape vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 805 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1986 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escape | Drover |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1324 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |