1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Ranger | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |