1992 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
