1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 815 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 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | Discovery |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |