1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Belmont | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
