1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
