1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 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 88 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Celica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |