1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 41 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 652 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Quest |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
