2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
