1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Belmont | Reno |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |