1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | 24 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
