1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Belmont | Musso |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |