2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 36 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Terraza | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
