1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 10 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 75 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 1979 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Belmont | 260 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |