1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 20 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |