2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2830 mm |
