1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 29 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Belmont | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |