1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 265 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2980 mm |