1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Belmont | Cougar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |