1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 754 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 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Holden | Chrysler |
| Model | Belmont | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3078 mm |
