1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
