1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1978 Toyota Mark II is newer by 10 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, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
