1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is newer by 35 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 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.
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, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
