1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Holden Belmont 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Holden Jeep
Model Belmont Station Wagon
Year Released 1971 1949
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5042 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2650 mm


 

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