1984 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Ford Escort, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | Belmont |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |