1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 41 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Dacia |
| Model | Belmont | Duster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2673 mm |
