1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1020 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 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
