1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 29 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 165 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 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Caldina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |