1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3193 mm |
