1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 117 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
