2008 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escape | Drover |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |