2009 Ford Escape vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 1958 Holden FE 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 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1958 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1958 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | FE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
