1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 535 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 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
