1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (260 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |