1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 5 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has manual transmission. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Belmont | Grand Wagoneer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |