1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 34 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 310 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | MR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |