1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 16 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 180 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 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 1984 Holden Commodore
Make Holden Holden
Model Belmont Commodore
Year Released 1968 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2130 cc 5040 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm


 

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