1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 73 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Belmont | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
