2006 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escape | Belmont |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |