1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 40 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 522 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
