1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 333 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Outback |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |