1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 44 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Pilot |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |