1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 43 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 382 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Escape |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
