1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
