1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1977 Holden Statesman is newer by 8 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Statesman (214 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
