1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
