1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 82 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1118 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |