2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 985 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Tahoe | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
