1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1973 Volvo 164 is newer by 4 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 66 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Belmont | 164 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |