1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 90 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
