2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 450 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 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
