1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2009 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
