1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | 140 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
