1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 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) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 276 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | 120 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
