1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Belmont | Musso |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
