1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
