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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 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 309 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 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 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 | 2260 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
