1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Belmont | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
