1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Prelude |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |