1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 17 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1985 Holden Drover | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | Drover |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |