1996 Ford Contour vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 Ford Contour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Contour | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Contour | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |