1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Belmont | Equator |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |