1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Esprit. (351 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
