2012 Ford Escape vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 497 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Escape | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2670 mm |
