1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 354 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 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 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Holden Belmont 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Holden Pontiac
Model Belmont Sunfire
Year Released 1968 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2130 cc 2475 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2700 mm