1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 38 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2006 Nissan Xterra, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Xterra. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
