1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Belmont | 240 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |