1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1014 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |