1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 13 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 20 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
