1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 39 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 1996 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | Mustang |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |