1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 37 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2005 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
Model | Belmont | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |