2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 129 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
