1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
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, 1988 Honda Prelude, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Prelude |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |