1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |