1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1230 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4180 mm |