1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 14 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 212 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 684 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1985 Suzuki Jimny 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Belmont | Jimny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |