1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Fairlane | Belmont |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4088 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |