1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 607 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 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
