1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1997 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |