1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 205 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 929 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
