1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 42 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 688 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 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |
