1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 27 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 301 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Belmont | EL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
