1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
