1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |