1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 913 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Belmont | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |
