1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 279 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 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 Volvo V70, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | V70 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
