1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 28 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Sentra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |