2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
