1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 38 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 780 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 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | LR3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |