1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |