1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 23 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Belmont | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |