1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 170 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 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
