1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 640 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
