1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
