2011 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2830 mm |
