1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
