1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 590 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
