1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 24 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 385 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.
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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |