1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 338 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Belmont |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |