1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Belmont |
Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |