1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 20 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 130 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 300 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |