1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1989 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
