1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |