1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 17 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 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 11 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 185 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 (247 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Belmont | 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
