1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1988 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 17 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado. (168 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1988 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
