1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | Meteor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |