1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 35 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 95 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | Premacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |