1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 30 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 220 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Belmont | Verada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |