1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 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 136 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | 145 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
