1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Previa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |