1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 25 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Belmont | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
