1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 19 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 92 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 375 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
