1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 54 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |