1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Belmont | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |