1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 21 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Belmont | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
