1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 13 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Blizzard. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
