1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Belmont | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |