1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Forester |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |