1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1976 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Sedan | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
