1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 17 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 212 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Sierra | Belmont |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |