1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 36 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 2004 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3060 mm |
