1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 534 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |