1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
