1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (356 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (176 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | MR2 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |