1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 37 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 2008 Toyota Matrix, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
