1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 30 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 60 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
