1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 43 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 744 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
