1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
