1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 23 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 362 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | APV | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
