1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 714 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
