1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 710 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 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
